The Michiana area is gearing up for summer concert events, but don’t miss out on hearing and seeing your favorite artist this week. Some concerts are free unless otherwise stated. Concerts for the week of May 18-24, 2026.
BARODA
May 22-25: Jammin’ in the Vineyard with Kyle Hurd from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 22; Alligator Blackbird from noon to 2:30 p.m. and from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Whiskey Road on May 23. On May 24, enjoy the sounds of The Whateverly Brothers from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., and on Memorial Day, May 25, the Matt Kotinek Duo will perform from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Cover charge of $5; must be 21+. Round Barn Winery & Estate, 10983 Hills Road; roundbarn.com.
BERRIEN SPRINGS
May 24: Unwind in the Vines with Janet and Mike from 3 to 6 p.m. at Domaine Berrien Cellars, 398 E. Lemon Creek Road. Bring a picnic and enjoy a bottle of wine. Outside food is allowed; no outside alcohol; all coolers will be checked. Free admission; family- and dog-friendly; domaineberrien.com.
ELKHART
May 20: Enjoy Kimball Organ Lunchtime Live! Featuring Celia Weiss from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 20 as part of The Lerner’s Free Piano & Organ Concert Series. After the concert at 1:15 p.m., audience members are invited to step behind the curtain with a guided tour of the theater’s history, architecture and behind-the-scenes spaces. Tours are $10 per person, and tickets can be purchased at the box office on the day of the tour. The Lerner Theatre, 410 S. Main St.; thelerner.com.
May 21: Spring Concert: The Shelest Duo will perform at 7 p.m. in the Game Room at Ruthmere Museum, 302 E. Beardsley Ave. Acclaimed team of Anna and Dmitri Shelest. Tickets are $50 general admission and $20 for members. To make a reservation, go online to Ruthmere.org or call Ruthmere at 574-264-0330, ext. 104.
May 22: The Elkhart Public Library, 300 S. Second St., opens its Curbside Concerts with Darryl Buchanan and the Soul Motown Allstars from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Concerts are free and food and beverages are available for purchase. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
GOSHEN
May 20: BEE! The Band performs from 7 to 9 p.m. at Goshen Brewing Company, 315 W. Washington St. Buzz some rock with BEE!
MICHIGAN CITY
May 22: Terrapin Flyer – Grateful Dead Tribute will appear at 8 p.m. CT at Live at the Lakefront, 1 Franklin St. Doors open at 7 p.m. CT. Tickets are $5 more at the gate, children under 12 are free with adult, full bar available, bring a lawn chair or blanket for designated area, rain or shine. Tickets: $72.88-$19.19; liveatthelakefrontvenue.com.
May 23: Tributes to Chris Stapleton and Eric Church will appear at 8 p.m. CT at Live at the Lakefront, 1 Franklin St. Doors open at 7 p.m. CT. Tickets are $5 more at the gate, children under 12 are free with adult, full bar available, bring a lawn chair or blanket for designated area, rain or shine. Tickets: $72.88-$19.71; liveatthelakefrontvenue.com.
NEW BUFFALO
May 22 to 24: Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, 11111 Wilson Road.
• Kankakee Grille — May 22, 10 p.m. Pablo’s Great Revenge; May 24, 5 p.m. Molly Abraham.
• C Bar — May 22, 9 p.m. JellieFish Productions; May 23, 9 p.m. DJ Fury.
NORTH LIBERTY
May 23: Potato Creek State Park 2026 Summer Concert Series will host Kennedy’s Kitchen with Spraoi agus Rince School of Irish Dance from 3 to 5 p.m. The concert will be held outdoors in the beach concession area at Potato Creek State Park, 25601 Indiana 4. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Concert is free with paid gate entry of $7 for in-state vehicles and $15 out of-state vehicles. From 2 to 5 p.m., attend a Cookout Fundraiser to help support the concert series. Sponsored by Friends of Potato Creek State Park.
SHIPSHEWANA
May 20: Suzy Bogguss will perform at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, 760 S. Van Buren St., at 7:30 p.m. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Tickets at thebluegate.com, $49.95-$19.95.
May 21: The Texas Tenors will perform at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, 760 S. Van Buren St., at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at thebluegate.com, $69.95-$19.95.
May 22: Twitty & Lynn will perform at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, 760 S. Van Buren St., at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at thebluegate.com, $59.95-$29.95.
Through Oct. 2: America 250 Years of Freedom, A Panorama of Story and Song. Join the Celebration Singers and actors for an unforgettable evening of majestic and beloved songs and stories of America. Blue Gate Music Hall, 120 N. Van Buren St. Times vary per show date; go online to reserve your seat; thebluegate.com. Tickets: $29.95.
SOUTH BEND
May 19: Colin Cutler, award-winning North Carolina songwriter and folk musician, will perform at Sound Bend Records from 7 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 advance and $15 at the door. Sound Bend Records, 115 S. Williams St.; soundbendrecords.co/.
May 21: Merrimans’ Play-House Players will open the Merrimans’ Playhouse @ the Raclin Murphy 2026 Jazz Series with Stephen and Mary Merriman, along with an ensemble of regional musicians. Performances take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the Hiler Family Terrace, Raclin Murphy Museum of Art, corner of Eddy Street and Angela Boulevard, University of Notre Dame. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, purchase food and beverages from local vendors, and explore the museum’s galleries for a unique arts experience.
May 23: Howl at the Moon on Stage at The Morris, 211 N. Michigan St. Howl2Go Dueling Pianos will appear at the Raclin Murphy Encore Center at 7 p.m. Expect dueling on electric baby-grand pianos, crowd-driven song requests and lively audience participation. Entertainment for all ages. Tickets are $35; morriscenter.org.
May 21 to 24: Four Winds Casino South Bend, 3000 Prairie Ave.
• Kankakee Grille — May 21, 6 p.m. Micheall Reed; May 22, 6 p.m. Chris & Lou; May 23, 6 p.m. Buddy Pearson; May 24, 5 p.m. Pamela Rocha.
• C Bar — May 22, 8 p.m. Gemini 3; May 23, 8 p.m. Doug and Jim Duo; May 24, 5 p.m. Mike Talbot.
• Copper Rock Bar — May 22, 6:30 p.m. Ted Yoder; May 23, 6:30 p.m. Imphormal.
THREE OAKS
May 22: Jackie Venson, 8 p.m. at The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive. Venson moves fluidly between Texas blues, eclectic electro-funk and rock, and mesmerizing soul and R&B. Price of tickets increase by $5 week of show. Tickets: $65-$35; acornlive.org.
May 23: The Electric Cars, 8 p.m. at The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive. The Electric Cars is a tribute band to The Carsm bringing timeless ’80s hits to a new generation. Tickets: $59.50-$29.50; price increases by $5 week of show; acornlive.org.
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